Model year guide

2017 Volvo XC60

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Volvo XC60 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

2017 Volvo XC60 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Volvo XC60 at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints14
Combined24 mpg

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2017 Volvo XC60 recalls 4

Electrical System:software NHTSA Campaign #18V800000 · 13/11/2018

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.

Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #16V918000 · 21/12/2016

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2017 S60 and S60 Cross Country, V60 and V60 Cross Country, and XC60 vehicles manufactured August 16, 2016, through October 21, 2016. The affected vehicles have driver and front passenger seat side mounted side air bags (SAB) with inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Feder…

Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat side air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89712.

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #17V127000 · 01/03/2017

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 S60, S60CC, V60, V60 Cross Country, and XC60 vehicles. The affected vehicles have driver and front passenger seat side mounted side air bags (SAB) with inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and…

Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front seat side air bags, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89712. Note: This recall is an expansion …

Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly NHTSA Campaign #16V798000 · 02/11/2016

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the front passenger seat belt buckle attaching stud may loosen, allowing the buckle to separate from the seat belt bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requi…

Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replacing the seat belt buckle as needed, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89708.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2017 Volvo XC60 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2017 Volvo XC60 MPG & running costs

Combined24 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,817

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Volvo XC60 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,085
Fuel only$14,085
Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Volvo XC60 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · Inscription · Platinum - R-Design · Dynamic
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 240 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 302 hp

2017 Volvo XC60 vehicles on record

2017 Volvo XC60 2017 Volvo XC60 Platinum - R-DesignYV449MRS2H2035221 2017 Volvo XC60 2017 Volvo XC60 BaseYV440MDJ4H2079388 2017 Volvo XC60 2017 Volvo XC60 BaseYV440MDJ7H2096993 2017 Volvo XC60 2017 Volvo XC60 DynamicYV440MDR7H2188529 2017 Volvo XC60 2017 Volvo XC60 InscriptionYV440MDU4H2016270 2017 Volvo XC60 2017 Volvo XC60 BaseYV440MDJXH2091304 2017 Volvo XC60 BaseYV440MDJ5H2080517 2017 Volvo XC60 2017 Volvo XC60 InscriptionYV440MRUXH2002172 2017 Volvo XC60 2017 Volvo XC60 InscriptionYV440MDU0H2010109 2017 Volvo XC60 2017 Volvo XC60 InscriptionYV440MRU2H2158447 2017 Volvo XC60 2017 Volvo XC60 BaseYV440MDJ9H2101594

Other Volvo XC60 model years

2021 2020 2019 2018 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010

2017 Volvo XC60 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Volvo XC60 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Volvo XC60. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Volvo XC60?

Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Volvo XC60 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Volvo XC60 at about 24 mpg combined (21 city / 29 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.